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Olympus PEN E-P1 + M.ZUIKO ED 14‑42mm SLR Camera Kit 12.3 MP CMOS 4032 x 3024 pixels Silver

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  • - SLR Camera Kit 12.3 MP CMOS Silver
  • - Image stabilizer
  • - Optical zoom: 3x
  • - Video recording 1280 x 720 pixels HD
  • - Built-in microphone
  • - Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
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E-P1+ ED 14-42mm 1:3.5-5.6 - 12.3MP, 4032 x 3042, CMOS, AF, 3" LCD, USB 2.0, SD, SDHC
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Olympus PEN E-P1 + M.ZUIKO ED 14‑42mm, 12.3 MP, 4032 x 3024 pixels, CMOS, 3x, HD, Silver

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Olympus PEN E-P1 + M.ZUIKO ED 14‑42mm. Camera type: SLR Camera Kit, Megapixel: 12.3 MP, Sensor type: CMOS, Maximum image resolution: 4032 x 3024 pixels. Optical zoom: 3x. HD type: HD, Maximum video resolution: 1280 x 720 pixels. Display diagonal: 3". Weight: 11.8 oz (335 g). Product color: Silver

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2011-09-23 01:02:08
Uk has collected 113 expert reviews for Olympus PEN E-P1 + M.ZUIKO ED 14‑42mm SLR Camera Kit 12.3 MP CMOS 4032 x 3024 pixels Silver and the average expert rating is 79 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
79%
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wired.co.uk
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2011-09-23 01:02:04
Competition: Win an Olympus PEN E-P1 with pancake lensSize matters to Olympus – specifically, the smaller the better. The new Pen EP-1 is an instant design classic that promises compact camera convenience and a DSLR-sized sensor. Is this Olympus’ first...
70%
gadgetspeak.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:04
Not a writing instrument as you may think from the title, but a DSLR camera, this designed to look like an SLR of a long time ago. It takes brilliant images in daylight; alas I cannot tell you about night time shots as no flash was supplied...
72%
EISA.eu
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2011-09-23 01:02:04
The Olympus PEN E-P1 is an elegant camera with an appealing retro design. The camera utilises the new mirror- and prism-less Micro Four Thirds system, which allows the E-P1 to be very compact and lightweight. Besides the compact Micro Four Thirds lense...
0%
amateurphotographer.co.uk
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2011-09-23 01:02:04
Olympus E-P1 at a glance: 12.3-million-pixel Live-MOS sensor 3in, 230,000-dot LCD screen Contrast-detection AF (including face detection) 3fps continuous shooting ISO 100-6400 (equivalent) Scores: Features - 7/10 Build and handling - 6/10 AWB/colour -...
0%
theregister.co.uk
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
Nostalgia isn’t what it used to be. We used to looked back at past technologies with fond memories, but be grateful that we lived in the modern world. Now, it seems, some of us want a piece of both the past and the present, with gadgets combining an ol...
Bottom line When we looked at the Lumix DMC-G1, we asked whether the MFT system was in danger of falling between two stools. The PEN P-E1 merely confirms these fears. It’s too big to appeal to the compact camera user looking to upgrade, and the lack of a built-...
75%
macworld.co.uk
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
Olympus doesn’t presently offer a DSLR, in the conventional sense, with HD video capability, but, like Panasonic’s GH1, it does offer what is technically classified as an ‘interchangeable lens camera’. This means the internal mirror mechanism has been...
Good Rock solid build, fun effects filters, image quality on a par with SLR cameras, dimensions mean it can be used like a glorified snapshot model...
Bad No optical viewfinder or flash provided, plus the same outlay would buy an entry level DSLR and a couple of lenses – albeit one without HD video...
80%
digitalartsonline.co.uk
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
This camera is reviewed as part of our group test of Digital SLR HD Video Cameras Olympus doesn’t currently make a digital SLR – in the conventional sense – with HD video capability. What it does offer, like Panasonic with its GH1, is a device that’s t...
70%
techradar.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
The timing of the new Olympus Pen E-P1 isnt a coincidence. Its 50 years since Olympus launched the original Pen, a revolutionary half-frame camera that was eventually developed into an SLR with a porro-finder rather than a conventional pentaprism...
Good Glorious performance, Great features...
Bad Awkward controls, More lenses needed, Lens build is a bit plasticky and cheap...
70%
Photoradar.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
The PEN EP-1 is designed in the style of the original PEN. This camera is different from the Micro Four Thirds concept premiered in 2008. Is this the dawn of a new era?The timing of the new Olympus PEN E-P1 isn’t a coincidence. It’s 50 years since Olym...
80%
gadgetshow.channel5.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
The Olympus E-P1 is a Micro Four Thirds camera that offers interchangeable lenses, has a 12.3-megapixel CMOS sensor, offers ISO levels up to 6,400, has a three-inch 230,000 pixel LED screen and has an SD card slot and an HDMI output. It measures 122x71...
Good That the Olympus E-P1 is something different becomes apparent as soon as you take it out the box, its sexy retro styling a throw-back to the 70s. The Micro Four Thirds sensor on the inside means that the E-P1 essentially has the same basic features as a f...
Bad There's no built-in flash and what about an optical viewfinder, eh Olympus? You have to rely on the LED display, which isn't bad by any stretch, but it can be tricky in bright conditions. The only other gripe is the price. £700 for an "inbetw...
Bottom line The Olympus E-P1 is a stunning camera (in terms of both looks and features) that bridges the gap between compacts and SLRs. Full marks Olympus. Bravo!Best offers for the Olympus E-P1Camerabox £519.99 Purely Gadgets £559.95 Amazon UK £597.10...
100%
trustedreviews.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
A little over seven months ago I reviewed the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 , an SLR-like camera using a new lens mount and body design that eliminated the bulky reflex mirror and optical viewfinder that had been a feature of all SLR cameras - film and digital -...
70%
digitalversus.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
Nine months after Panasonic brought out its G1, Olympus is offering its vision of the micro four thirds. The manufacturer has chosen to revive it as part of a 1960s mini-SLR range, the Pen Fs, with an ultra compact retro camera. A nice idea but does th...
Good Beautiful retro look, Compact, Effective scroll, Nice build and design...
Bad Screen resolution, No viewfinder / optional viewfinder imprecise, Illogical menus, Ineffective stabilization, Insufficient battery life...
60%
igizmo.co.uk
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
A stunning looker with a price tag to match. But does it take decent pictures? Looks great / Well-made / Interchangeable lenses Expensive / Image quality not up there with real D-SLRs Our hearts sank when we first saw the E-P1. With its design slavishl...
Good Looks great, Wellmade, Interchangeable lenses...
Bad Expensive, Image quality not up there with real DSLRs...
80%
digicambuyer.co.uk
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
Olympus revives an old brand to debut its Micro Four Thirds ‘Pen’With a model number of E-P1, Olympus’ long awaited Micro Four Thirds camera – coming after Panasonic’s own well received DSLR-styled G1 and GH1 – is alternatively being referred to as the...
Bottom line It may look like a Cold War relic but old-fashioned solidity and craftsmanship is intrinsic to the E-P1’s appeal, seducing those who don’t normally ‘do’ digital whilst providing something inspiringly different for the rest of us...
80%
pocket-lint.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
Olympus’ latest digital camera harks back, in terms of the name at least, to the famed Pen range of half frame (a half frame of 35mm film that is) Olympus cameras first introduced in 1959 and that heralded the sale of 17-million units between its launc...
Good Image quality, handling, super control panel, comprehensive, creative feature set, good dust reduction system, retro styling, build, lenses...
Bad No (built-in) viewfinder, no built-in flash, price...
Bottom line We were won over by the image quality and that at the end of the day is probably the single most important factor and so makes this a camera one we cannot help but recommendKey specs12 megapixels, HDMI, Li-ion battery, SD, SDHC...
90%
digicamreview.co.uk
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
Announced on the 16th of June 2009, the Olympus PEN E-P1 is a whole new kind of digital camera - it offers the image quality and sensor from a Digital SLR, with interchangeable lenses, and the compact body of a point and shoot camera due to the Micro F...
Good EXCELLENT image quality - low noise, excellent colour, detail, exposure, very sharp results from the kit lens Built in sensor shift image stabilisation Built in dust reduction Good 3" screen works well outdoors Worlds most compact "DSLR" - available w...
Bad No flash - dedicated flash is expensive (£159 in the UK, $99 in the US) Lens noise on videos when AF or Manual Focus is used. Menu system(s) can get confusing without reference to the manual The lowest you can set Auto ISO to is ISO200 - does this ne...
Bottom line When announced the Olympus PEN E-P1 caused quite a lot of interest - here is a camera promising Digital SLR quality from a stylish metal body that is similar in size to a serious compact camera, and can fit in your pocket! Now that the camera is availa...
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electricpig.co.uk
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
The Olympus E-P1 might look retro, but this all-new compact camera is just about the most advanced snapper in the world. Inside is a new Micro Four Thirds sensor that gives the E-P1 the same basic features as a fully-fledged SLR, only without the e...
Good Solid design, gorgeous looks, interchangeable lenses...
Bad No flash or optical viewfinder...
Bottom line Finally, a compact camera for serious photographers...
100%
T3.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
Daddy cool... With the current economic climate the way it is, sometimes you just want a gadget that transports you to a better time, when free love reigned supreme and the only stress you had was in choosing what paisley shirt to wear. The Olympus E-...
Good Its retro look, Compact size, HD recording capabilities...
Bad Pricy, even if it is worth it, Autofocus takes a while to work, Some muddled menu options...
Bottom line A perfect camera for those who want to take a step away from compact cameras. The retro look will also bring your cool rating up a notch.
80%
macworld.co.uk
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
Olympus’ potentially ground breaking new 12.3 megapixel, interchangeable lens E-P1 camera is as much a product of the past as the present. Since 2002, its manufacturer, in conjunction with Panasonic, has pioneered a system for smaller digital camera bo...
Good Rock solid build, fun effects filters as found on Olympus E-series DSLRs, image quality on a par with SLR cameras, camera set up allows spur-of-the-moment shooting from the hip...
Bad Pricey for anyone looking to invest in a whole new system as the same outlay would buy a starter DSLR and a couple of lenses, no built in optical viewfinder or flash – but both available if paying more...
80%
alphr.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
Various manufacturers have tried to resurrect the concept of the old 35mm rangefinder over the past few years. None have been wildly successful and all have been very expensive. The idea of a digital rangefinder-style camera is to bring the quality and...
Bottom line Beautiful image quality for such a compact camera and it's almost impossible to dislike, but it's expensive and does have flaws...
67%
expertreviews.co.uk
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
Verdict: Could have been great, but at this price we wouldnt be prepared to live with its weaknesses. Theres a big gulf in image quality between compact and SLR cameras. However, not everyone wants to carry a bulky SLR around with them. Olympus an...
60%
pcadvisor.co.uk
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
Olympus is celebrating 50 years since the 1959 launch of its ground-breaking PEN 35mm film camera - the first affordable, consumer portable camera and one that Olympus believes was a ground-breaking launch. This week, it launched a digital version b...
Bottom line The retro feel of the Olympus E-P1 is wonderful. Its the sort of camera that puts a smile on your face when you use it and we loved the amount of control it gave us over what we took and its final look. In fact, our main criticism of a camera purport...
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practicalphotography.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:08
In 1959, Olympus launched the Pen compact camera and 50 years later, the Pen’s gone digital with the launch of the Olympus E-P1. This retro-styled camera is also the first Micro FourThirds model to add to the Olympus E-System of DSLRs...
Bottom line Despite the high cost, the sheer individuality of this DSLR may well appeal to buyers. It’s not a specialist product but for family use gives full manual control as well as ease of use.SpecificationsStreet price £700 (with 14-42mm lens)Effective resolu...
80%
pcauthority.com.au
Updated:
2011-11-08 14:23:59
Various manufacturers have tried to resurrect the concept of the old 35mm rangefinder over the past few years. None have been wildly successful and all have been very expensive. The idea of a digital rangefinder-style camera is to bring the quality and...
Bottom line The Olympus PEN E-P1 may look like a throwback to retro photography, but it’s expensive and flawed. However, it's beautiful image quality renders almost impossible to dislike...
67%
smh.com.au
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2011-11-08 14:24:00
We fell in love with the E-P1 the moment we took it from the box. So we bought one. We know that for years we have been advising readers not to buy cameras without proper viewfinders and now look what we've done. Well, we were right — an LCD is no sub...
Good The retro look and metallic touches are irresistible. The image quality is excellent, comparable with the fine E-620. Colours are over-saturated in default mode but that is easily corrected. This is, in effect, an SLR that fits in the pocket...
Bad The E-P1 is slow! Auto focus, even after the 1.1 firmware upgrade, is sluggish and the shutter is not as responsive as an SLR...
Bottom line We fell in love with the E-P1 the moment we took it from the box. So we bought one. We know that for years we have been advising readers not to buy cameras without proper viewfinders and now look what we've done. Well, we were right — an LCD is...
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dpexpert.com.au
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2011-11-08 14:24:00
This 12.3 megapixel camera is the company's first “micro four thirds” compact. Internally it is essentially the same as the Olympus E-620 SLR, but the mirror/prism viewfinder has been removed, resulting in less bulk, but not much less weight. Lenses a...
Good The retro look and metallic touches are irresistible. The image quality is excellent, comparable with the fine E-620. Colours are over saturated in default mode, but that is easily corrected. This is, in effect, an SLR that fits in the pocket.
Bad The E-P1 is slow! Auto focus, even after the 1.1 firmware upgrade, is sluggish and the shutter is not as responsive as an SLR.
Bottom line We fell in love with the E-P1 the moment we took it from the box. So we bought one! We know that for years we have been advising readers not to buy cameras without proper viewfinders, and now look what we've done. Well, we were right – an LCD is...
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stuff.co.nz
Updated:
2011-11-08 14:24:02
Olympus Pen EP 1 ($1700 with 14-42 mm lens) is a concept the digital photography world has been waiting for. It looks like a compact point-and-shoot camera but inside its really almost a single-lens-reflex, with compact interchangeable lenses, a hot...
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goodgearguide.com.au
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2011-11-08 14:24:09
It may look like a product from a bygone era, but the Olympus Pen E-P1 is a digital camera that employs advanced technology. Its a small camera and can use multiple lenses (like an SLR camera). It also produces some amazing pictures. The Olympus Pen E-P1 is an SLR-like camera that is built around the Micro Four Thirds lens mounting system. It resembles the 35mm compact cameras of old, and you can attach the lens of your choice depending on the situation. This combination of flexibility and a c...
Good Compact, awesome grainy film filter, easy to use, excellent low-light performance...
Bad No flash, no built-in optical viewfinder...
Bottom line If you don’t like the bulkiness of a digital SLR camera, but like the idea of changing lenses to suit your needs, then the Olympus Pen E-P1 has your name on it. It produces good images, it has useful art modes and it’s stylish. The only drawba...
85%
photoreview.com.au
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2011-11-08 14:24:13
The Olympus Pen E-P1 is the third Micro Four Thirds (MFT) camera to reach the market and is quite different from the Panasonic G-series models that preceded it. Capitalising on the heritage of the popular Pen series cameras, which were launched 50 ye...
85%
howtospendit.ft.com
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2013-12-20 13:54:09
Then, last spring, a friend read about a rumoured new Olympus that sounded terrific, and I tried to open diplomatic relations again. It was impossible to make contact. Somebody thought there was a bloke who speaks to the media but he was off, I was put th...
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stuff.tv
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2014-03-14 04:11:28
Other than the aspirationally priced Leica M8, there’s no other camera quite like the Olympus PEN E-P1. By coupling a compact-sized body with SLR-quality innards and an interchangeable lens mount, it styles itself on the classic rangefinder cameras...
Good Stunning looks. Interchangeable lens. Metal body...
Bad No viewfinder. Expensive. Slow...
Bottom line It has a few shortcomings, but the E-P1 is a camera of unique character in a world of dull-looking compacts...
80%
ld2.ciol.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:04
The Olympus Pen EP-1 is a different sort of camera. It’s not a point-and-shoot, prosumer or SLR. The design is not something new-fangled, but a tribute to Olympus’ half-frame rangefinder cameras. Back in the days, Olympus was heavily lauded for having...
Good Cool retro design, Micro four thirds format with interchangeable lenses...
Bad More expensive (and slower) than many DSLRs, No viewfinder, No built in flash...
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shutterbug.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:04
Amateur Digital SLRs Olympus’ E-P1; The Return Of The Olympus Pen By Joe Farace • January, 2010 “The object of photography is to express what is in your heart and mind.”—Yoshihisa Maitani, designer of the Olympus Pen camera The original Olympus Pe...
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Neocamera.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
The Olympus E-P1 is an interchangeable lens digital camera. It uses a Four-Thirds sensor along with the Micro Four-Thirds lens mount. This is now the second such camera with a compact design similar to the reviewed Panasonic Lumix GF1. The Olympus...
Bottom line There are virtually no similar cameras, so one has to consider the compromise in choosing the Olympus E-P1. The good news is that image quality is not an issue for all but the most critical output. Portability is good considering the flexibility of...
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macworld.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
While many digital camera manufacturers are adding features to their SLRs and point-and-shoot cameras, Olympus (and Panasonic, with its Lumix DMC-GF1 () created the E-P1, a camera that delivers SLR-like quality in a size that’s closer to a point-and-sh...
Good Very good image quality; nice design and small size; compatible with Micro Four Thirds lenses.
Bad Slow auto focus; no built-in flash; ISO ratings are a little fast.
Bottom line As a second camera for an SLR shooter, or as an advanced camera for the photographer who wants more than a point-and-shoot, but really needs the smallest camera possible, the E-P1 is a very good choice. Auto-focus is a little slow for some application...
70%
photozone.de
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
After the introduction of the micro-four-thirds format in August 2008 and the Panasonic DMC-G1 as well as the DMC-GH1, Olympus - the co-inventor of the initial four-thirds system - presents their first micro-four-thirds digital interchangeable lens c...
Bottom line Finally Olympus released their first micro-four-thirds digital camera styled in the retro design of the classic Olympus PEN - a highly successful rangefinder camera back in the 60s. Obviously they feel that the time is about right for such dwarfish...
64%
Geek.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
The Olympus PEN E-P1 Micro Four-Thirds camera is a beautiful piece of hardware and something photo geeks can’t help but want. After all, it has lots of history behind it, it’s one of the best looking digital cameras on on the market, and it packs much...
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wired.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
Canon EOS 5D Mark II Canon PIXMA iP4700 Printer Gitzo GM2561 Traveler Monopod and Quick Release Ballhead Datacolor SpyderCube Calibration Tool Samsung HMX-R10 Camcorder Olympus E-P1 CameraOlympus brings back sepia-tinged memories of film with its retr...
Good Solidly built, nostalgically styled 12.3megapixel cam that rewards a considered approach to picturetaking. Tidy images up to ISO 1600. Manual controls. Mated with the lowprofile 17mm f2.8 lens ($300), this is a street shooter's dream. Excellent image...
Bad Lores LCD a real disappointment. Complicated menus. External flash only ($200). Subpar lowlight, ultrahighISO shots.
70%
cameralabs.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
The Olympus E-P1 is a compact camera with a 12.3 Megapixel DSLR-sized sensor and removeable lenses. Announced in June 2009, it’s the first Olympus camera to employ the Micro Four Thirds standard the company jointly developed with Panasonic. Unlike th...
Good Compact body with DSLR-sized sensor, Built-in stabilisation works with any lens, HD movie mode and HDMI port, Broad customisation and Level Gauge.
Bad Leisurely autofocus system, No built-in flash or viewfinder, Average resolution screen, Collapsing kit zoom mechanism can annoy.
Bottom line When Olympus and Panasonic developed Micro Four Thirds, it was cameras like the E-P1 and GF1 which really had enthusiasts excited: the dream of squeezing a DSLR sensor and interchangeable lenses into as small a form factor as possible. And in this res...
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tomsguide.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
The E-P1 probably the embodies the nicest concept we have seen recently. Unfortunately there are also plenty of technical drawbacks...
60%
digital-photography-school.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
We knew it was coming but it still surprised many when Olympus threw away the last vestiges of a single lens reflex camera in a digital snapper that otherwise could have been called a DSLR.Into the new PEN went the 4/3rds inch Micro Four Thirds Live M...
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popphoto.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
With only three cameras available so far in the Micro Four Thirds format, it’s hard to compare the Olympus E-P1 with direct competitors—there really aren’t any. But next to Panasonic’s GH1, despite a virtual tie in our lab tests, we preferred the E-P1...
Bottom line With only three cameras available so far in the Micro Four Thirds format, it’s hard to compare the Olympus E-P1 with direct competitors—there really aren’t any. But next to Panasonic’s GH1, despite a virtual tie in our lab tests, w...
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imaging-resource.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
Not only did it introduce a new and much needed form factor to the digital camera market, the Olympus E-P1 is a great camera in its own right. (In fact, its detail rendering at moderate to high ISOs really marks a new level of performance for Four Thir...
Good Small, inspiring design, Mirrorless design allows smaller optics, smaller body, Very compact lens designs, Good heft, but reasonably light at only one pound, Good LCD performance in bright sunlight, Control wheels work well, Leveling feature, Histogram...
Bad Short battery life, No built-in flash, Low-res LCD screen, D-ring straps require metal-to-metal coupling rather than quieter metal-to-cloth, introducing rattle into audio tracks of movies, Leveling screen doesnt offer basic aperture and shutter speed...
Bottom line Not only did it introduce a new and much needed form factor to the digital camera market, the Olympus E-P1 is a great camera in its own right. (In fact, its detail rendering at moderate to high ISOs really marks a new level of performance for Four Thir...
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akihabaranews.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:05
We were all impressed by the Panasonic GH1 and its amazing Video Mode and acceptable photo quality… Well at least way better than many other point and shoot or bridge available, but still a tiny little bit under a Nikon D90 (both the GH1 and D90 are so...
80%
photographybay.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:06
The Olympus E-P1 is the first Micro Four Thirds camera from Olympus. The new E-P1 features a 12.3 megapixel sensor and offers users the ability to switch lenses. It has no mirror box between the lens and the image sensor, so it is effectively a full...
Bottom line As noted earlier, I have seen other sites review the Olympus E-P1 and give boisterous recommendations to readers. I said before that I have had a hard time figuring out who this camera is for – I am still unsure. I’ve read that photo geeks are all ab...
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best4reviews.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:06
Olympus' latest digital camera harks back, in terms of the name at least, to the famed Pen range of half frame (a half frame of 35mm film that is) Olympus cameras first introduced in 1959 and that heralded the sale of 17-million...
Good Image quality, handling, Super Control Panel, Comprehensive, creative feature set, Good dust reduction system, Retro styling, Build, Lenses.
Bad No (built-in) viewfinder, No built-in flash, Price, screen hard to see in brighter conditions.
Bottom line Buying the E-P1 may look hard to justify at £700 (and a significant further price increase needs to be added when the optional viewfinder and flash are factored in) given it is not a DSLR but priced like one. True some may not see the point of this c...
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brighthub.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:06
The Olympus E-P1 isnt your typical point-and-shoot camera. In fact, many of its features seem destined for more expensive cameras. But, is this the camera for you? Learn more below! BodyRating The Olympus E-P1 (starting at $750 online) is a continuat...
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geardiary.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:06
This is the Olympus E-P1 , the digital camera that set a million tongues wagging when it was announced. The first Olympus camera to be based on the Micro Four-Thirds standard co-developed with Panasonic, the E-P1 is supposed to be able to capture cl...
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letsgodigital.org
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2011-09-23 01:02:06
The Olympus E-P1 has made a daring move. The E-P1 is in many ways a very special camera. First of all, its appearance; retro and modern at the same time. For me, its design is as successful as the retro-design of the Volkswagen Beetle or the Fiat 500...
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digitalcamerareview.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:06
If you've ever wondered what would happen if you took the high quality image sensor and interchangeable lenses from a DSLR and packed them into a pocket-sized camera, you can stop wondering. The new does just that, promising DSLR image quality in a...
Good Excellent image quality in a tiny package, Cool art filters, Tough, retro metal design...
Bad Horribly slow AF performance, Art filters make this slow camera even slower, Detail smoothing at high ISOs...
Bottom line As soon as we saw the Olympus E-P1 we fell in love. Unfortunately, that initial feeling quickly gave way to a love-hate relationship. The E-P1 is as close as anyone has come to developing a "pocket-sized DSLR" ... a camera that delivers exceptional ima...
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camcorderinfo.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:06
If all you want to do is play around with the video functions of a DSLR, the Olympus E-P1 is a good place to start. Its small, easy to use, and has a much lower price than some of the video-DSLRs on the market (like the Panasonic GH1 and Canon 5D Mark...
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digitalcamerainfo.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
The Olympus E-P1 is a kick-ass modern camera in retro-design disguise, with a compact size that finally delivers on the "micro" part of the Micro Four Thirds promise...
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dpinterface.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
Over here is my review of the Olympus E-P1, Olympus’ first Micro Four Thirds camera. Head on to the Olympus E-P1 photo gallery as well for full-sized photos. DPInterface Olympus E-P1 Review Brad Soo – August 3rd, 2009 During the film era, Olympus cre...
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whatdigitalcamera.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
The Olympus E-P1 is the company’s first Micro Four Thirds camera. When the Micro Four Thirds format was first announced both Panasonic and Olympus spoke of smaller-bodied cameras, and with the Panasonic Lumix G1 we saw just what was possible with this...
Bottom line Though not aimed at the budget buyer, the Olympus E-P1 is not overly expensive. It is pitched as a premium product and will undoubtedly attract attention due to its looks, but considering it costs £699 with the 14-42mm, it is nearly half the price of...
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pcmag.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
With DSLR-like functionality in a package no larger than a rangefinder camera, the Olympus E-P1 ($799.99 list, with 14-42mm kit lens) is truly a game changer. The Micro Four Thirds camera offers spectacular image quality in a compact body, but its a...
Good Sharp images from ISO 100 through ISO 800. Low noise from ISO 100-1600. Beautiful aesthetics and design. HD video capture (720p30). HDMI port. 3 inch LCD.
Bad Noticeable shutter lag. Slow autofocus. Lens is noisy when focusing, which is recorded when capturing video. Few Micro Four Thirds Lenses available. No optical viewfinder. No built-in flash.
Bottom line Despite slow focusing, the compact Olympus E-P1 offers a well-rounded experience with a great price...
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Laptopmag.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
It’s a point-and-shoot! It’s a DSLR! No, actually, it’s a Micro Four Thirds camera. What’s that, you say? It’s a class of camera that attempts to match digital SLRs’ speed and image quality, but uses the same technology as a point-and-shoot, which, in...
Good Compact, stainless steel design, Pleasing, accurate colors, Detailed 720p video with good sound, Full manual control and RAW support, Unique filters for photos and movies...
Bad Photos slightly underexposed in Auto mode, Slow autofocusing in movie mode, No viewfinder, Lacks on-board flash...
Bottom line For many shoppers, DSLRs’ bulky shapes are a deal-breaker, and that’s why we like the Olympus PEN E-P1. If you want the image quality of a DSLR along with a more compact design (and can afford to pay a premium), this camera is a compelling cho...
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photographyblog.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
The Olympus E-P1 is a new kind of digital camera that promises to offer DSLR image quality in an ultra-compact format. The first Micro Four Thirds model from Olympus, the EP1 has a retro design based on the Olympus Pen series of compact film cameras f...
Bottom line The Olympus EP-1 is a brave and largely successful attempt at fusing the small size and handling of a compact camera with the image quality and features of a DSLR. Most potential buyers wont remember the camera or decade that inspired the distinctive...
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stuff.tv
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
Other than the aspirationally priced Leica M8, there’s no other camera quite like the Olympus PEN E-P1. By coupling a compact-sized body with SLR-quality innards and an interchangeable lens mount, it styles itself on the classic rangefinder cameras...
Good Stunning looks. Interchangeable lens. Metal body...
Bad No viewfinder. Expensive. Slow...
Bottom line It has a few shortcomings, but the E-P1 is a camera of unique character in a world of dull-looking compacts...
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gadling.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
It has been two weeks since I first got my hands on the gorgeous Olympus E-P1, and I think the time has come to give my honest opinion of how this retro Micro Four Thirds camera performs in some day to day photo work.As I mentioned in the previous revi...
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engadget.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
It goes without saying that we've been pretty excited about the Olympus E-P1 (or "digital Pen") since we first laid eyes on the prototype the company was showing off. The Micro Four Thirds camera just seems to breed gadget lust amongst the staff, combinin...
Good Easy to use, Excellent image quality, 720p video looks superb...
Bad Autofocus noise bad for video, Reds can be oversaturated, No mic input...
Bottom line We still have plenty more to explore on the E-P1, such as the in-camera editing, slideshow options, and lots of little perks that Olympus has smartly added, but at a glance, we're impressed with much of what the company has delivered.Obviously some of the...
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g4tv.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
Video Review: Kevin Pereira and Olivia Munn take a look at the Olympus E-P1 Micro DSLR, the worlds smallest 12.3 megapixel interchangeable lens camera...
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techworld.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
The 12.3Mp Olympus PEN E-P1 is larger than a standard compact digital camera such as a Canon Ixus or a Sony Cyber-shot and has interchangeable lenses. Here's our hands-on report.Olympus is celebrating 50 years since the 1959 launch of its ground-break...
Bottom line The retro feel of the Olympus E-P1 is wonderful. It's the sort of camera that puts a smile on your face when you use it and we loved the amount of control it gave us over what we took and its final look. In fact, our main criticism of a camera purport...
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Kenrockwell.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:07
Olympus PEN E-P1(2009 - ) Quarter-frame, 3" LCD, $750-900 © 2009 KenRockwell.com. All rights reserved. Olympus E-P1 (16 oz/455g with lens). .This one came from ; you also can find it at it at , and . It helps me keep adding to this sit...
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steves-digicams.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:08
OLYMPUS UNVEILS A NEW ERA WITH THE E-P1: NOT A POINT & SHOOT. NOT AN SLR. ITS A PEN. WHAT WILL YOU CREATE? CENTER VALLEY, Pa., June 16, 2009 - A new era of digital imaging begins today with the launch of the Olympus E-P1. The worlds smallest 12.3-meg...
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dpreview.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:08
Firmware V0.9) From the OM system 35mm SLRs and lenses to the XA series rangefinders and the half-frame Pen models, Olympus has for at least half a century been notable for producing cameras that are smaller than their competitors without sacrificin...
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dcresource.com
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2011-09-23 01:02:08
This is a preview of the Olympus E-P1 interchangeable lens camera. The camera described here is not final, so some features described in this article are subject to change. Olympus has asked that photos and movies taken with the camera not be posted...
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